Developed to be a complementary energy source to EFS Energy Drink Mix, EFS Liquid Shot incorporates the latest fuel-source technology, blending complex carbs for prolonged energy and high-glycemic carbs for fast uptake and immediate use. It provides an emergency lifeline to replenish flagging energy levels and support high-output, high-intensity efforts better than gels. First Endurance omitted the thickening agents that make gels hard to ingest and slow to digest. The light formula is optimally balanced in a 10% isotonic solution to eliminate GI distress. It also doesn’t require an entire water bottle to choke down, so it doesn’t interfere with breathing during the high-intensity efforts when emergency fuel is most crucial.

First Endurance combines a blend of high-efficiency carbohydrates without fructose. This combination effectively negates fructose's ATP tax, boosting overall energy production without the problems of pure fructose. Liquid Shot also avoids common ingredients like fructose and vitamin C, which reduce efficient energy production (fructose) and have demonstrated a negative performance impact when consumed during endurance training and racing (vitamin C). The revolutionary Liquid Shot formula delivers all five electrolytes (instead of just one or two) for more effective uptake and cramp prevention. During extreme heat and intense efforts, Liquid Shot’s complete electrolyte profile can be the difference between peak performance and collapsing with cramps. The latest research and technology give Liquid Shot a light, neutral flavor that’s easy to consume as often as needed. It’s not overpoweringly sweet, so you won’t get the dreaded sweetness fatigue that can lead to reduced consumption and insufficient fueling.

First Endurance recommends you use bottles of EFS or EFS-PRO as your energy and hydration foundation and take Liquid Shot as needed for additional calories and electrolytes. That’s not a firm Use Directions statement, but for Liquid Shot, you should listen to your body or consider what’s coming up in your training session or on the race course. If your efforts are flagging or you’re feeling twinges in your muscles, take one. Research has also shown that an influx of carbs late in an exercise session can have an outsized effect on late event performance, so it’s always a good bet before the finale. This item includes 24 individual serving pouches for value and ease of use.